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Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation
Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary English
Course: EDU215AD

First Term: 2012 Summer I
 Lec + Lab   2 Credit(s)   2 Period(s)   2 Load  
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S


Description: Overview and practical application of English teaching methodology and curriculum development for secondary teachers. Teaching strategies and learning styles covered. Curriculum design, lesson objectives, time management skills, teaching resources and student assessment also included. Professional Teaching Standards emphasized. Approved school-based practicum required.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Identify current Professional English Teaching Standards for national and state. (I)
2. Assess various teaching resources currently available. (II)
3. Design English curriculum. (III)
4. Use numerous teaching strategies to accommodate all students. (IV, V, VI)
5. Examine various learning styles. (V)
6. Examine the principles of effective instruction. (VI)
7. Evaluate various assessment options. (VII)
8. Identify various time management techniques. (VIII)
9. Schedule classroom time for students to use and practice what they have learned. (VIII)
10. Prepare a lesson plan. (IX)
11. Teach a lesson. (IX, X)
12. Summarize the practicum experience. (X)
13. Develop and implement a tutoring plan. (X)
14. Summarize the practicum experience. (X)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Professional Teaching Standards
II. Resources
   A. Textbooks
   B. Internet
   C. Professional Literature
   D. Other
III. Curriculum Design
   A. Development
   B. Objectives
   C. Resources
   D. Standards
   E. Current Trends
IV. Teaching Strategies
   A. Match to Subject Matter
   B. Concepts and Generalizations
   C. Inquiry Process
   D. Students` Developmental Levels
   E. Ask Questions
   F. Encourage Critical Thinking
V. Learning Styles
VI. Learning Experiences
   A. Principles of Effective Instruction
   B. Real Life Situations
   C. Students` Backgrounds
   D. Cultural Differences
VII. Assessment
   A. Purpose
   B. Standards
   C. Methods
VIII. Time Management
   A. Techniques
   B. Classroom Time/Learning
   C. Classroom Time/Practicing
IX. Lesson Plans
   A. Preparation
   B. Objectives
   C. Teaching Procedures
   D. Learning Activities
   E. Materials
   F. Assessments
   G. Remedial Activities
   H. Enrichment Activities
X. Practicum Experience
   A. Classroom Observation
   B. Classroom Participation
   C. Reflection
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date:  5/24/2012

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